Executive Lens Photography Studio
Professional Portraits and Headshots
Portland, Oregon | E L . C O M
Executive Lens - Your best choice in making your best first impression.
Relaxed, comfortable studio sessions that result in perfect portraits and headshots
Headshots & Portraits
Personal • Professional • LinkedIn • Dating
Social Media • Branding • Team • More
Show your Confidence. Competence. Approachability.
Choose your preferred package
• The Premium Signature Package
For the highest quality headshot in Portland.
• The Professional Package
For the best value and price in Portland.
Available
In Studio. • Your Office • Conferences and Events
Convenient
Near Downtown Portland • Free Parking
Guaranteed
Money-back if you don’t choose any images from your shoot.
Real photography created in a professional studio environment
Getting a Headshot is as Easy as 1-2-3
1) Book: Choose a time using the “Booking” button at top.
2) Arrive: Bring one or more outfits.
3) Choose: Pick your image(s) in the studio or from an online gallery.
Uncomfortable in front of the camera? Get ready for an entirely new experience. Zero pressure to smile or pose. Simply be yourself while talking with the photographer.
High Quality and Authentic - Trusted by Portland professionals to elevate their brand, Executive Lens employs proven techniques and professional-grade equipment trusted by today’s professionals, executives, and celebrities—delivering authentic, high-quality headshots that elevate your personal and corporate brand.
Why Choose Executive Lens?
Consistently Recommended: Highest possible ratings and rankings for 2026 by Google, The Headshot Crew, Rip City Review, Headshots Matter, and—most importantly—our clients.
Proven Expertise: Recognized as Portland's trusted specialist in individual, team, event, and corporate headshots.
Invest in a headshot that truly represents your professionalism and leaves a lasting, impactful first impression.
Authentic Photos. Genuine You. Subtle Retouching.
State-of-the-art studio lighting and thoughtful camera angles make the biggest difference in a professional portrait. Our studio lighting is designed to create flattering, natural-looking images straight out of the camera, so most clients need little or no editing.
If desired, we include complimentary subtle refinements that maintain a natural appearance. These may include gentle teeth whitening, evening of skin tones, reducing blemishes, softening under-eye circles, and diminishing the appearance of a double chin.
Our philosophy is simple: you should still look like you. The goal is to present you at your best while keeping your image authentic and credible.
As concerns about AI-generated imagery continue to grow, companies are beginning to require employees to provide assurances that their professional images are genuine photographs. As a result, more professionals are turning to Executive Lens for authentic, professionally created portraits they can confidently use in corporate, professional, LinkedIn and other public-facing settings.
For those who prefer an even more polished finish, advanced high-end retouching services are also available.
Individual Headshots
Headshots at the Studio for One Person
Choose from the following session types:
Professional Headshot
A streamlined studio session designed for professionals who need a high-quality headshot quickly and efficiently. This session focuses on a clean, classic look using simple studio lighting and a standard head-and-shoulders portrait.
[Professional booking and info - click here]
Signature Headshot (Most Popular)
Our flagship and most popular session. A personalized, high-end experience with additional time, refined lighting setups, and multiple posing approaches to create a versatile set of professional images.
Ideal for executives, leaders, and professionals who want the highest level of studio craftsmanship or who are seeking a competitive edge.
[Signature booking and info - click here]
Portrait Session
An extended creative session designed for entrepreneurs, consultants, and personal brands. This session allows for multiple looks, wardrobe changes, and a wider variety of poses and lighting styles beyond the traditional headshot.
[Portrait Session booking and info - click here]
Custom Session
Don’t see what you’re looking for? Contact us and we can discuss options tailored to your specific needs.
Group/Team/Event Headshots
How Team Headshots Work
Our process is designed to make team and event headshots simple and efficient while delivering consistent, professional results.
1. Planning
We discuss your preferred headshot style, background color, location, schedule, and the approximate number of participants.
2. Studio Setup
For on-location sessions, we bring a complete professional lighting setup designed to produce consistent, flattering results for every subject.
3. Guided Sessions
Each person receives quick guidance on posture and expression so their headshot looks confident, natural, and approachable.
4. Image Selection
Depending on the package, images are either selected on-site or through a private online gallery.
5. Professional Retouching
Selected images receive our studio’s natural retouching style to ensure a polished yet authentic result.
6. Delivery
Final high-resolution images are delivered digitally and are ready for company websites, LinkedIn profiles, press releases, and marketing materials.
Group / Team / Event Headshots
(In-Studio or On-Location)
Trusted by major companies, universities, and organizations throughout the Portland Metro area for professional team and event headshots.
Executive Lens provides a streamlined headshot experience for companies, conferences, and organizations that need consistent, professional portraits for multiple individuals. Whether photographed at your office, conference venue, or at our Portland area studio, our process is designed to produce polished results while minimizing disruption to your team’s schedule.
With extensive experience in high-volume professional headshots, Executive Lens delivers consistent lighting, professional guidance for each subject, and images that strengthen your organization’s professional presence.
Choose from the following professional headshot solutions designed for teams, organizations, and events.
Employees & New-Hires
Maintain a consistent headshot style across your organization. We can match your company’s established lighting style, background color, and framing so that new hires integrate seamlessly with existing headshots. Employees and new hires may conveniently schedule individual appointments at our studio using a dedicated booking link.
[Employee headshot booking and info - click here]
Team Headshots
Bring studio-quality headshots directly to your office or facility. Our mobile studio setup allows us to photograph your entire team quickly and efficiently while maintaining consistent lighting and professional results. This option is ideal for departments, leadership teams, and organizations updating their staff directory.
[Employee headshot booking and info - click here]
Conferences and Events
Provide attendees with a valuable professional headshot experience at your event. Executive Lens offers an efficient on-site headshot station designed for conferences, corporate events, and professional gatherings. Attendees receive high-quality, consistent headshots while your organization benefits from an engaging and memorable event feature. Contact us to discuss your event size, schedule, and setup requirements.
[Employee headshot booking and info - click here]
Custom Corporate Session
Don’t see exactly what you need? We regularly create customized headshot solutions for organizations, conferences, and large teams. Contact us to discuss a setup tailored to your group, schedule, and location.
Online Booking Calendar for Your Team
We can create a dedicated online booking calendar tailored specifically for your organization. Your team members can schedule their in-studio headshot sessions at times of their individual convenience while ensuring the lighting and style remain consistent with your established team look. The calendar can be branded with your company logo, and you simply share the booking link with your team to streamline scheduling.
Contact us anytime. There’s no charge for setting this up, and both current and future team members can use the calendar whenever it best fits their schedule.
Portland’s #1 Rated Headshot Studio
Professional Recognition
Rip City Review’s Top-Rated Headshot Studio (2026)
Awarded A+ ratings in all four categories:
Skill
Experience
Service
Value
Certified Platinum Associate – Peter Hurley’s Headshot Crew (2023–2026)
The Headshot Crew is widely regarded as the world’s leading professional headshot training and certification organization. Platinum Associate status represents the highest levels of professional recognition of demonstrable skills in the global headshot industry.
Official Associate Studio – Headshots Matter
Top-Ranked Google Result for “Best Headshot Photographer in Portland”
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DJ! The photos are phenomenal. I've heard from several team members and they are so pleased - Truly, we couldn't be happier with the results of all your hard work.
— Lauren Smith, Associate Vice President
Portland Community College
Trusted by Our Clients:
Your complete satisfaction is our top priority, guaranteed. Every session at Executive Lens is backed by our 100% money-back satisfaction promise.
To continuously refine and expand our portrait lighting and portfolio, Executive Lens periodically schedules trade shoots to develop specific looks and lighting styles. The images shown above reflect the current direction of this work.
We are inviting individuals with a strong on-camera presence to be considered for this project. Actors and models are especially encouraged to apply, though prior experience is not required.
To be considered, please contact Executive Lens and include the phrase “Model Call” in the subject line of your email. Include a recent image or selfie as well as a description of your interest.
This series is focused on a high-contrast, window-inspired lighting style, featuring subtle side lighting to shape the face and, when appropriate, gentle wind movement in the hair. In exchange for their time, selected participants will receive a complimentary, professionally retouched image.
State-Of-The-Art Headshot Studio
Experience Portland's premier headshot studio, where cutting-edge technology meets personalized artistry to perfectly capture your professional essence.
Our spacious, modern facility is specifically designed to deliver exceptional results, featuring:
Three fully-equipped shooting bays with immediate image review capabilities, empowering you to select your best images during your session.
Advanced studio lighting technology that consistently delivers professional-quality images tailored to your unique style.
A private dressing room for your comfort and convenience.
A professional-grade makeup station for your use to ensure you look your absolute best.
Our interactive image review process allows you to participate actively in the selection of your images, ensuring complete satisfaction with your final headshots.
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Reviews
“DJ, you have a gift...a series of gifts, actually, that allows you to produce such fine work. You have a deep technical understanding of your craft. You listen to understand. You employ humorous patter to help everyone relax into the process. You have a practiced eye that only comes with years of experience. At the end of the day, five individuals walked away with wonderful images. Thank you so much for making this shoot such a pleasurable experience.”
“I really appreciated my Executive Lens session with DJ. I signed up because looking at the pictures on his site, I was taken with the striking beauty and power in each one. I was a little nervous going in and he guided me in very detailed ways that helped me get the hang of it quickly and I was comfortable in front of the camera. My ease came in part as DJ is easy to talk to and seemingly low key while he’s managing a lot of detail. The images came out so natural. Only a seasoned professional and artist can do what DJ does. Thank you and I wish you the best in serving many others who for whatever reason need to show themselves to the world.”